What are the responsibilities and job description for the Underwriting Assistant (Excess) position at isccareers?
About Integrated Specialty Coverages
Integrated Specialty Coverages, LLC (ISC) is a growth stage technology and data-driven commercial MGA and insurance wholesaler leading innovation in the market.
Backed by one of the leading private equity firms, Onex Partners, and led by a forward-thinking management team, ISC is combining the worlds of insurance and technology to create an Insurtech powerhouse. As a leading online distributor of insurance products for a range of industries and “Main Street USA”, we are looking for the right people to help us in our mission of achieving exponential growth. We strive to be the number one place to go for brokers and agents to source insurance. To accomplish this, we’re building a digitally focused team that deeply understands the intersection between user experience, data, and AI/ML to optimize the way we engage with our customers and partners.
Job Summary
ISC's Excess team is looking for Underwriting Assistants to provides support and assistance to senior underwriting staff. Perform administrative duties regarding new and renewal accounts, risk assessment, and loss runs and loss ratings. May assist senior underwriter with the computation of rates and premiums. This is a developing level position.
Candidates considered for this position will be located within a commutable distance to our Carlsbad, CA or Buffalo, NY office.
Position Responsibilities
- Utilize understanding of exposures and risks analysis to assess loss history and current condition of finances for a case.
- Collects, studies, and reviews documentation pertaining to risk cases, performing risk analysis to conclude whether a case is worth accepting.
- Conduct preliminary reviews of complex submissions to identify errors, omissions, and confirm eligibility.
- Collaborate closely with the underwriting team to finalize insurance applications efficiently.
- Utilize multiple databases to gather and verify supplementary data for submissions.
- Manage inbound calls, connecting customers and team members to ensure a seamless and positive experience.
- Respond to customer needs, providing guidance and assistance tailored to their insurance needs.
- Process accounts from approved quotes through to policy issuance with accuracy and efficiency.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum of 1 year of underwriting or related insurance experience required
- CPCU, CIC, CRIS, Property & Casualty Brokers License, etc. a plus
- Strong customer service experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to quickly learn industry-specific software
- Ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments
- Strong desire to learn, explore new ideas, and seeking out new knowledge
- Ability to be flexible, embrace change, and quickly pivot in response to shifting priorities
This role also offers bonus pay. Your ISC Talent Acquisition representative will share more details about the bonus component should you advance in the interview process.
The starting hourly pay scale for this position is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, training, and experience. In addition, the company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with match, paid time off, and other benefits.
ISC's salary ranges are determined by role and level. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations and could be higher or lower based on a multitude of factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
National Pay Range
$26.42 - $33.02 USD
Benefits of Working at ISC
- Employee Ownership Program - every eligible employee shares in the financial rewards that grow when the company grows
- Professional development opportunities
- Owner Referral Program
- Work from home reimbursement for remote/hybrid roles
- Canary emergency financial assistance program
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Confidential, Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account, includes company contribution
- Short-term disability
- Voluntary benefits - supplemental accident, critical illness, hospital insurance
- Employee discounts
- 401(k) Plan with company match contribution
- Addition Wealth Financial Wellness Program
- Various Time Off Programs
- 11 company paid holidays
Applicants may contact the ISC HR department via e-mail or phone to request and arrange for an accommodation that will allow the applicant to successfully complete the application process. Applicants needing assistance may request accommodation at any time. Please contact ISC at HR@ISCMGA.com or 760-599-7242.
ISC believes in creating long-term relationships by being responsive and relevant and by consistently delivering value to our community of customers. Specifically, we focus on attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent for our business, challenging our people, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude, and fostering a collaborative and mutually supportive environment.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or Federal law.
**Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.**
**ISC participates in the Federal E-Verify program**
Salary : $26 - $42